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Hundreds Gather to Remember Fallen Firefighter

A final farewell for a fallen firefighter. Hundreds gathered Wednesday for the funeral for John Ulmschneider. He was shot and killed while on a welfare check in Prince George's County. (Published Wednesday, April 20, 2016)

Hundreds gathered for a final farewell for the fallen Maryland firefighter they affectionately called "Skillet."

Gov. Larry Hogan, County Executive Rushern Baker and Fire Chief Marc Bashoor spoke at his funeral Wednesday at St. John's Catholic Parish in Hollywood, Maryland, followed by a private family burial.

The brother of the man who lived there told authorities he was concerned about the man. When the firefighters arrived, the person inside was unresponsive, so they decided to force entry. As that was happening, the person inside fired several rounds. Another firefighter, Kevin Swain, and the shooter’s brother were injured in the shooting.

Visitation Held for Firefighter Fatally Shot in MD

Family and friends are paying their respects to the Prince George's County firefighter shot and killed responding to a call for help. County Bureau Chief Tracee Wilkins reports from the visitation.

(Published Tuesday, April 19, 2016)

No charges were filed against the homeowner, who police said opened fire. Police said the man believed his house was being broken into and fired in self defense. He was questioned and released.